When planning a rafting trip it's important to consider how to best protect yourself from the sun. The combination of all day exposure and reflected sunlight off the water can be intense. Proper protection allows you to get the most out of your trip … [Read more...] about Sun Protection while Whitewater Rafting
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Family Whitewater Rafting Trips
In this article, we'll explore what makes family whitewater rafting trips special, provide tips for planning a successful excursion, and highlight some of the most popular family whitewater rafting trips. Why Choose a Family Whitewater Rafting … [Read more...] about Family Whitewater Rafting Trips
Snowpacks and their Impact on Rafting Western Rivers
A big snowpack like this year across most of the Western United States generates excitement among both rafters and winter sports enthusiasts. The accumulated layers of snow in mountainous regions play a crucial role in determining water levels and … [Read more...] about Snowpacks and their Impact on Rafting Western Rivers
Last Minute Grand Canyon Rafting Trips
If you're looking for a last-minute Grand Canyon rafting trip, there is availability and we find people last-minute spots on a weekly basis throughout the season. Here are some tips to help you secure your spot on a trip. Availability Changes … [Read more...] about Last Minute Grand Canyon Rafting Trips
Rafting Toilets in Grand Canyon
Written By - Carlie Woody - December 21, 2022 One of our most commonly asked questions here at Rivers & Oceans is the inevitable "What is the bathroom situation when rafting the Grand Canyon?". While we wish it was just as simple as plumbing … [Read more...] about Rafting Toilets in Grand Canyon
Crystal Rapid – Grand Canyon
Mile 98 One of the more infamous rapids of the Grand Canyon is Crystal Rapid. It ranks between 7-10 on the Grand Canyon rapid scale depending on how high the river is flowing. The rapid itself is created from Crystal Creek entering on river right … [Read more...] about Crystal Rapid – Grand Canyon
Motorized versus Non-Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trips
One of the first questions we ask people looking to raft the Grand Canyon is "what is your preferred craft?" In this post we break down how trips vary depending upon the type of craft you want ride down the Colorado River. The two main types of trips … [Read more...] about Motorized versus Non-Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trips
Transportation to Grand Canyon
This article breaks down the main ways to get to meeting locations for Grand Canyon rafting trips and how to get back from the end point. For the most part, people fly into Las Vegas, Phoenix, or Flagstaff and then select transportation to their … [Read more...] about Transportation to Grand Canyon
Our Favorite Books for Grand Canyon Rafting Trips
Here are some of our favorite Grand Canyon rafting books for those interested rafting the Colorado River within Grand Canyon. This post just scratches the surface of the best writing on the Colorado River through Grand Canyon. Most Popular book on … [Read more...] about Our Favorite Books for Grand Canyon Rafting Trips
